https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-aityz-13cb8c4 Today’s episode. Is part one of my conversation with Bryan.  Bryan is one of those firemen and fire ground officers. I have looked up to since joining the fire service. He is and was at times a larger than life figure in my department. One of those guys you hear others label a “Fireman’s Fireman”.…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-vy7hg-13c1fd3 Kevin hazard is a reporter turned paramedic, turned author. His book, “A Thousand Naked Strangers: A Paramedic’s Wild Ride To The Edge and Back” chronicles his experiences as a paramedic in Atlanta. Kevin spent time as a reporter in the city before deciding to sign up for training as a paramedic. Soon he was thrown…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-jvaij-13b8c6c Today I’m speaking with Rick from  Fifty_11 media. Rick is a former paramedic turned graphic artist. He founded 50 11 after his retirement from the EMS world. Fifty_11’s mission statement is as follows…. “Fifty_11 is a brand that stands up and stands out for those who suffer from PTSD every day. We see you…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-e22w5-13ae96d I sit down with Brad from the Eastern shore of Maryland. Brad is a third generation firefighter with 22 years of service. He started as a volunteer and is now approaching 18 years with his career department. In this episode, Brad details his story of post-traumatic growth by shedding light on the topic of…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-bzjbg-13a3f5b In episode 51, we sit down with Elijah Yetter-Bowman, founder of Ethereal Films, to discuss their latest film entitled “Burned”. “Burned” is a powerful expose on the use of PFAS or “forever chemicals” in our turnout gear. As you’ll hear in our conversation, forever chemicals are everywhere, but the concentration levels in items meant…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ivfia-139aa9c In this milestone 50th episode of “The Things We All Carry,” Stack is interviewed by TJ of “Keep the Promise” podcast, who previously shared his story of a coworker’s line of duty death. Together, they discuss the host’s history, fire experiences, and the future of the podcast. The conversation covers some unconventional topics, including…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-urbww-1390356 Welcome to Episode 49 of The Things We All Carry. In this episode, we sit down with Mike, a firefighter/paramedic from Rhode Island with over 20 years of experience in the fire service. Mike shares his story of struggles with mental health and the challenges he faced on his journey to becoming a Lieutenant.…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ik2a2-1385451 Rob is one of the founders and the CEO of 62 Romeo. Rob is a former Navy seal turned entrepreneur. He served eight years in the Navy and was deployed twice as a Navy seal. His SEAL career ended in retirement due to a back injury. As with any veteran, Rob had a few hidden…

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xw48z-137ba13  In the world of Instagram and social media, memes are a currency of sort. Some pages, like this week’s guest TenEight_Memes, just get it and they thrive. Agree or disagree with what Charlie has to say, his memes are still going to entertain you or they’re going to provoke you. And that’s exactly how…